3 STEP KIMONO

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3 Step Kimono

Make a beautiful kimono with 3 simple stitches! Watch the quick video tutorial here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ykSdDWzwq14

Step 1

2 long pashmina scarves Sewing machine Matching thread E-6000 Fray Lock Scissors Straight pins Measuring tape

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Step 2

Lay the scarves face to face matching the design Mark the 1/2 way point on one side of the scarves Pin the scarves together up to 5before the 1/2 way point Stitch them together using 1/2 seam allowance *This is your center back seam

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Step 3

Fold one scarf in half lengthwise (right sides together) Measure up 19on the open side (the side you didn't stitch) Measure 9 across the bottom Connect these two points with pins in a curve as shown with the little black dots Stitch along the pins and cut out leaving 1/2" seam allowance *This will create your sleeve and side seam

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Step 4

Now repeat on the other scarf: Fold the other scarf in half right sides together Place the cut pieces from the first side on top for a guide Cut along the shape and pin together Stitch using 1/2" seam allowance

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Step 5

Keep the cut edges from fraying with E-6000 Fray Lock

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